1972 John Deere 544 Hand Brake

[Blaster]

I have a 544 loader here that I just bought and was wondering if the adjustment for the brake is the threaded rod that runs to the actual brake.If I shorten it it should pull the shoes tighter? It just holds at present but not enough to stop the machine from rolling.I have ordered a manual which I hope to get next week.Thanks in advance for any help.

 

[Steve Frazier]

Anything you can do to shorten the cable or linkage to the brakes will make them tighter, I'm saying this generally without knowing your particular machine. Many machines have a knob on the end of the brake lever that can be tightened up too, just turn it clockwise.